Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
89
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 89 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 22 | 36 | 33 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets demolished the Suns 116-89. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.